In the depths of the ocean the Blue Rockfish waits patiently. Copper and stone. 28”h x 8”d x 10”w
Pacific (2022)
The awe with which Harkin has visited the depths has given rise into his recreating those visions for other so that they may know the splendors he has lived. It is the place the artist longs to visit and to share with others.
Copper and stone. 14”h x 10”d x 10”w
Kelp Catcher (2022)
Pacific Giant Kelp pods twisting and bobbing in the current with Copper Rock Fish. Copper and Wyoming Blue Arctic stone. 72”h x 28”d x 64”w
Hidden (2022)
Difficult to comprehend, Harkin’s realism enables the viewer to imagine the absolute silence that exists at these depths. Copper and stone. 23”h x 5”d x 18”w
Early Morning (2021j
Barred perch made of copper on a stone.
9”h x 4”d x 10”w
Monterey (2022)
This one-of-a-kind copper sculpture features Pacific blue rockfish, barred surfperch, lion’s mane jellyfish with giant kelp and palm kelp mounted on Wyoming Arctic blue stone. Copper, glass and stone. 6’h x 2’ d x 4’w
Lord of the Ling’s (2021)
The use of natural stone and abalone shell only lends another layer of realism while not detracting from the center piece or the sculpture itself. Copper, glass and stone. 84”h x 28”d x 48”w
Into the Current (2021)
The artistry in the patina. The multicolored displays bring unmatched truthfulness to these spectacular deep sea scenes. Copper, glass and stone. 88”h x 38”d x 70”w
Catalina (2021)
Harkin’s innate ability to duplicate his experience while exploring the sea is easily appreciated in the detailed copper forms reflecting different fish, at different atmosphere and the surrounding wispy kelp which creates their safe havens. Copper, glass and stone. 14’h x 36”d x 96”w
Tidal Surge (2020)
Employing mostly recycled copper each piece is hand wrought or extruded to offer a deeply personal representation of marine life. 80”h x 40”d x 60”w
